Best Skincare Routine for Oily Skin in 2025

You know the feeling. It’s only noon, and your face already looks like you’ve run a marathon. The shine is everywhere—forehead, nose, chin—and no matter how many times you blot, powder, or reapply makeup, it just won’t stay put.

For years, you may have thought the solution was to wash your face more, use harsher cleansers, or skip moisturizer completely. But here’s the truth: fighting oily skin that way only makes things worse. In 2025, the key isn’t to strip your skin—it’s to balance it.

Here’s how you can finally take control of oily skin, step by step.

Step 1: Start Gentle

Instead of grabbing that harsh foaming cleanser, reach for a gentle, pH-balanced one. When your skin feels squeaky clean, it usually means you’ve stripped it—and that triggers even more oil. Go for calming formulas with green tea or probiotics that cleanse without the tight, dry feeling.

Step 2: Exfoliate the Smart Way

Forget the gritty scrubs. They only irritate your skin. What you need is a chemical exfoliant—salicylic acid or mandelic acid—to unclog pores without the burn. In 2025, micro-dose exfoliating toners are game-changers. You can use them daily for smoother, clearer skin.

Step 3:  Add a Targeted Serum

If you want to level up, serums are your best friend. Look for niacinamide and zinc to help regulate oil and calm breakouts. Some formulas even double as mattifying primers—perfect if you wear makeup daily.

Step 4: Hydrate Without the Heaviness

Here’s the surprise: oily skin still needs moisture. When you skip it, your skin overcompensates and produces even more oil. Instead, go for a lightweight gel moisturizer with hyaluronic acid or niacinamide. You’ll stay hydrated without the greasy finish.

Step 5: Never Skip Sunscreen

You’ve probably avoided sunscreen because of how heavy or greasy it feels. But now, you don’t have to. In 2025, oil-free, gel, and even powder sunscreens exist. They protect your skin without adding shine, and you’ll thank yourself years from now for sticking with SPF.

Step 6: On-the-Go Oil Control

Even with the best skincare routine, oily skin can still make surprise appearances throughout the day. That’s where Bella Jade’s Charcoal & Green Tea Blotting Sheets come in. Unlike ordinary blotting papers, these don’t just soak up excess oil—they help purify with charcoal and calm skin with green tea. Plus, they never mess up your makeup, making them the perfect midday rescue.

Extra Tricks You’ll Love

• A weekly clay mask for that “reset button” feeling.
  

• Powder SPF for easy touch-ups on the go.
  

• Always keeping a pack of Bella Jade blotting sheets in your bag—you’ll wonder how you survived without them.
  

The Takeaway

Managing oily skin isn’t about stripping it—it’s about balance. With the right routine, you can finally keep shine under control while keeping your skin healthy, hydrated, and glowing in the right way.

💚 Ready to start your own routine? Don’t forget to keep your Bella Jade Charcoal & Green Tea Blotting Sheets close—they’re the pocket-sized secret to staying fresh all day.